Once it’s melted, add all of the remaining ingredients except the rum.

Raise the heat to medium high and cook, whisking constantly, until the mixture is smooth and beginning to bubble, 2 to 3 minutes.

Remove from the heat, stir in the rum and pour into a mug to serve.

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